Summer Course Registration
The Right Mindset for Success
Distance learning offers great flexibility, but it requires a specific mindset. Summer sessions are intensive; information is delivered at three times the pace of the academic year.
To succeed, you must:
- Be self-motivated and highly responsible.
- Engage actively with all course materials.
- Read all directions thoroughly and meet strict deadlines.
Registration & Modalities
Registration begins March 4, 2026. Please check your specific enrollment dates in Buff Portal before searching for classes. Available Summer classes can be found at classes.colorado.edu.
We offer two distinct distance learning formats:
- Remote (Synchronous): These function like traditional in-person classes. You will meet via video during scheduled times (M–F). Attendance is expected, and exams occur during class hours.
- Online (Asynchronous): You will watch daily recordings on your own schedule. However, exams are fixed at 7:00 PM MT. This format requires significant self-initiative.
Note: If you prefer more structure or direct faculty interaction, we strongly encourage enrolling in the Remote sections.
Important Dates & Deadlines
All foundation courses follow the Variable Sessions calendar. Because these sessions are short, the "Add" and "Drop" windows are very narrow. Exam dates and times are non-negotiable.
| Course | Dates | Class Time (MT) | Add Deadline | Drop Deadline | Withdraw Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUSM 2011: Management | May 26 – June 10 | 9:20am – 10:55am | May 26 | May 27 | June 9 |
| BUSM 2010: Marketing | June 30 – July 16 | 11:10am – 12:45pm | June 30 | July 1 | July 15 |
| BUSM 2020: Accounting | June 30 – July 16 | 9:20am – 10:55am | June 30 | July 1 | July 15 |
| BUSM 2021: Finance | July 17 – Aug 3 | 9:20am – 10:55am | July 17 | July 18 | Aug 2 |
BUSM 2020 (Accounting) Mandatory Exam Schedule:
- Thursday, July 9 - Section 600 at 9:20am, Section 601 at 7:00pm
- Thursday, July 16 - Section 600 at 9:20am, Section 601 at 7:00pm
BUSM 2021 (Finance) Mandatory Exam Schedule:
- Tuesday, July 21, 7-10pm - Quiz 1
- Monday, July 27, 7-10pm - Quiz 2
- Friday, July 31, 7-10pm - Quiz 3
BUSM 2021 exams will be taken online, via Canvas using Proctorio.
Course Materials & Faculty Contacts
All materials will be available via Canvas and direct-billed to your student account. For course-specific questions, please contact the faculty:
- Principles of Management (BUSM 2011): Ellie Gates (ellie.gates@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Marketing (BUSM 2010): Elmer Ramos (elmer.ramos@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Accounting (BUSM 2020): Josh Neil (joshua.neil@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Finance (BUSM 2021): Jeffrey Merrell (jeffrey.merrell@colorado.edu)
- Business Leadership (BUSM 3031): Antonio Papuzza (antonio.papuzza@colorado.edu)
- Principles of Real Estate (REAL 3000): Cari Clayton (cari.clayton@colorado.edu)
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BUSM 4010): Michael Jennings (Michael.Jennings-2@colorado.edu)
Support
The Business Minor team is here to help! If you have any questions, please reach out to leedsminor@colorado.edu. We look forward to welcoming you to the Leeds summer community!